‘Hand grenade’ found in UK park as bomb squad called before explosion

NewsUK NewsBristolA suspected 'hand grenade' was detonated by a bomb disposal squad at Clifton Down in Bristol on Tuesday afternoon11:24, 09 Sep 2026A suspected "hand grenade" was detonated by bomb disposal experts at a public open space in Bristol.‌The device was safely exploded by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team at Clifton Down, the southern part of The Downs, on Tuesday afternoon.‌A witness told Bristol Live she saw the EOD team at the scene between 2.45pm and 3.30pm, with photographs showing experts preparing for the controlled explosion.‌She said the suspected "hand grenade" had been found by Wessex Water, prompting the bomb disposal team to attend. It has not been confirmed whether the object was a hand grenade.Sandbags were placed around the object before a loud explosion was heard. Police officers and bomb disposal experts were pictured at the scene.Article continues belowThe Mirror has contacted the Ministry of Defence for further details about the incident.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌BristolMinistry of Defence